Take a look around an architect-built brick mansion from the ‘80s

But whoever buys this architect-designed 1983-built home at 12 Weemala Drive, Mitcham will certainly be getting one of “em” built with the quality and craftsmanship of the good old days.

Selling agent Stephen Venn of Harcourts VennMillar says the unique five-bedroom home, with cathedral-height ceilings, was designed by well-known Ern Jury and is “choc a block” with marble and quality double brick.

12 Weemala Drive, Mitcham

“It is beautifully built,” Mr Venn says.

“Nothing needs to be done to it.

“If someone wants to replace the kitchen with something really modern and high end, they could do that but personally I would leave it.

12 Weemala Drive, Mitcham

Mr Venn says the home’s sold-brick construction is among its most striking features.

“Most people can’t afford to build with solid brick any more,” he says. “Everyone builds brick veneer because it’s cheaper.

The same goes for the home’s marble features, including the main bathroom – Mr Venn says the material is simply beyond the budget of most home builders today.

He expects the European-inspired home will still be standing 100 years from now.

Set on a 1083sqm block, it was designed to maximise its views over the city, while also providing sweeping living areas.

12 Weemala Drive, Mitcham

Some of features include stained glass, exposed brick, a marble and granite staircase and clerestory windows, which emit light from the upper reaches of a room.

12 Weemala Drive, Mitcham

The floorplan is split over two levels, with the upper designed as the main living and entertaining space. It comprises an entry foyer with a large living room, which boasts an open fireplace to one side. The other is a large family room with built-in bar and decorative arches.

12 Weemala Drive, Mitcham

The feature staircase leads up to a large timber kitchen and meals area, with a dishwasher and gas cooktop, as well as stainless steel appliances. It adjoins a formal dining room with garden views.

Three bedrooms and a study/fifth bedroom are set to the rear of the home, serviced by a bathroom and an ensuite.

12 Weemala Drive, Mitcham

The main bedroom, meanwhile, is privately located at the front of the home, with a dressing room and direct access to the main bathroom with a spa bath.

Downstairs, you will find a wine cellar, garage and workshop, with a toilet, as well as ample storage space.

12 Weemala Drive, Mitcham

The home also has an inground pool with spa and an alfresco entertaining area.

Mr Venn says the home is largely attracting a market of family buyers.

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